13 Mar 1987
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Newspaper
Medicine Hat News
Location
Medicine Hat, Alberta, Canada
Date
Mar 13, 1987
Page
1
Federkeil defeats early opponents to seize momentum at the opening of the women's bonspiel. The report notes prize recognition for efforts to restore a century-old house, highlighting dedication and community focus.
Mainly cloudy conditions expected with a 20 percent chance of precipitation on Saturday. Highs near 5, lows around minus 5, with the forecast noted on Map Page B3.
South African Archbishop Desmond Tutu cannot accept an invitation from Elijah Harper to visit Red Sucker Lake reserve in northern Manitoba. The Winnipeg Free Press reports commitments in Cape Town prevented Tutu, the 1984 Nobel Peace Prize winner, from traveling as Harper sought to offset a Peguis reserve tour by departing South Africa’s ambassador Ghent Dabo.
In Montreal the New Democrats opened their convention led by Ed Broadbent who welcomed a poll showing the party by Liberal national support and tied with the Liberals in Quebec. The NDP touted an all time high public opinion standing as they enter the event.
A fragmented note claims a writer styled as a critic is exploiting others for gain. The piece hints at a media environment where reputations are used to boost a single voice.
Ottawa says health insurance is a provincial matter despite Alberta's bill to trim a 2.6 billion health budget. Health Minister Jake Epp's spokesman notes provinces decide covered services while Alberta contends the move aims to curb rising costs. Federal official warns penalties could follow if service removals clash with the Canada Health Act. Alberta faces a 3 billion deficit after oil price declines and grant cuts.
Prime Minister Mulroney names career diplomat Derek Burney as chief of staff and Marjory LeBreton as deputy chief of staff. The changes also shuffle Michel Gratton Fred Doucet Bill Fox and Marc Lortie with effect at month end amid efforts to bolster Conservative election effort.
Dome Petroleum Ltd. asks its creditors, owed at least 6.3 billion, to link repayment to crude prices. The plan, sent to about 60 lenders, groups creditors by security and offers equity conversion incentives if acted on quickly. If oil rebounds, best-secured lenders could receive 15 to 20 year loans repaid from asset cash flow, with possible deferment or reclassification based on oil price.
Alberta lawmakers push mandatory seat belts for drivers and passengers in belts equipped vehicles starting July 1. Children under six must use infant seats. Offenders may receive warnings initially. penalties to be set. Supporters cite health cost savings and public backing.
Ottawa faces a political showdown as western grain farmers weigh government aid for the 1987-88 crop year. Estimates place support between 1.5 and 2 billion dollars amid a price war and weak export markets. Stakeholders warn a hands-off approach could erode Tory support in the Prairies.
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